Nikon S6200 vs Sony HX7V

Lets look a little more closely at the Nikon S6200 versus Sony HX7V, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the S6200 (16MP) and the HX7V (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S6200 was released 2 months later than the HX7V and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the S6200 scores vs the HX7V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S6200 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S6200 Gallery and Sony HX7V Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon S6200 has external dimensions of 93mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Sony HX7V has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon S6200 versus Sony HX7V in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use during that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the S6200 and the HX7V.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S6200 and HX7V is 94 and 92 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements purely by reviewing specs. The graphic below should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the S6200 and HX7V.

All in all, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution and you should expect similar quality of photos though you should always factor the release date of the products into consideration.